I've been trying to find a buyers guide to help me make an educated decision. I've read a bunch of threads but lots of one-offs type.

So I'll lead with an apology for redundant posting, yes I searched (happy to read links if you have them)..

I'm in the market for an RS7. I'm likely going to be on the lower side of the current price range. $55-$65k - seems like it buys you a 14'-16' with anywhere from 30-60k miles.
So - let me fire a bunch of questions and you can verbally abuse me, answer what you know and link me where you can.

  • In general - is there any year to avoid? Lots of '14s fall into my price range.
  • Are there any major changes in years/options that happened from 14-17
  • What are the 2-3 key options you wouldn't buy an RS7 without
  • Is the turbo issues common in 4.0TT from S6 and S7 also prevelant in RS7? Not sure if that same oil restriction exists in the RS7 set up
  • Anything I should absolutely not buy if I see it in/on the car
  • If I buy one out of warranty, should I consider an aftermarket? If so, any recommendations?



I *will* tune the car. The things I *think* I want are the sport exhaust (what year did this become available) and if air suspension is available (I believe it is), I'd want that. Other than that - I'm still learning. I've had a heavily modified S4 and currently an '18 SQ5. I'm a car guy so please speak the language. No noob here - even if the questions are posted as such.
Thanks for the help, learnings, education and links.